Yobe Graduates Demand Fair Job Opportunities Amid Patronage

Unemployed graduates in Yobe State have expressed frustration over the state's recruitment process for civil service positions, alleging that political patronage and connections to influential individuals are critical for securing employment. Graduates like Hassan Umar Gadaka, who graduated four years ago and completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, have struggled to find government jobs.

Gadaka stated that without connections to government officials, securing employment is nearly impossible, and he has resorted to using his tailoring skills for livelihood. He called on Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni to ensure a fair recruitment process that allows qualified individuals to compete for available positions.

Another graduate, Yahaya Badamasi, who holds a master's degree from Ahmadu Bello University and has over 20 years of teaching experience, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the need for transparency and equal opportunity in the recruitment process.